life design notebook
On the first day of class in college, you’re given a syllabus that maps out exactly what is expected of you—what you should do and when—and provides a timeline of what is due over the course of the semester. That syllabus has always been one of my favorite parts of...
little ways to brighten your day
Sometimes you just gotta go back to the basics and remind yourself why everyday life is so beautiful. This week, in the midst of a rather busy series of covering shifts and writing my novel, I compiled this list for myself and thought I’d share it with you too....
the real secret to achieving goals: think in moments
Last year, I read a book called “The Power of Moments” (by Chip Heath and Dan Heath), and it made me realize why some people actually achieve their big wild dreams, while others set resolutions that fail within a week. I’m not talking about SMART goals or anything...
what taylor swift taught me about reinvention
“I will never change, but I’ll never stay the same either.”Taylor Swift One of the things I love about Taylor Swift (there are many) is the way she reinvents herself. With each new album she releases, she creates a reimagined identity for herself. She’s the same...
20 things I learned at 20
Tomorrow is my twenty-first birthday. On the brink of a new year of circling the sun, I always tend to get nostalgia for the past and think back on how my journey has led me to this moment. As I was journaling last night, I began writing down some of the things that...Welcome!
Hey there! I’m Olivia Grace, and this is my online journal of all things creative and beautiful.
